Skip to content

Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition

Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$3,000

Application Deadline:

17/09/2023
Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on linkedin
Share on whatsapp

About This Scholarship

The Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition is an annual competition that encourages students to research and write about historical topics related to Polish and Polonia history. The competition is open to high school and college students who are of Polish descent or who have an interest in Polish and Polonia history.

To participate in the Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition, students are required to submit an original research paper or essay on a topic related to Polish and Polonia history. The paper should be between 2,500 and 5,000 words and must be accompanied by a bibliography.

The competition is judged by a panel of experts in Polish and Polonia history, who evaluate the papers based on their historical accuracy, quality of research, and writing style. The winners of the competition are awarded scholarships, with the amount varying from year to year depending on the number of entries and the available funds.

The Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition is a valuable opportunity for students to develop their research and writing skills, while also learning about Polish and Polonia history. It also provides financial support for students pursuing higher education, which can help to ensure that talented students have the resources they need to succeed

Eligibility Criteria For Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition

The Polonia Institute Historical Scholarship Competition is an annual scholarship program designed to promote the study of Polish and Polish-American history. The eligibility criteria for this scholarship competition may include:

  • Applicants must be a high school or college student in the United States.
  • Applicants must submit an original research paper on a topic related to Polish or Polish-American history, culture, or contributions to American society.
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Applicants must be of Polish descent or have a strong interest in Polish culture and history.
  • Applicants must agree to allow the Polonia Institute to publish their research paper and use their name and photograph in promotional materials.

More Scholarships